Rhetoric
What is the primary goal of using ethos in an argument?
To build credibility or trust
Which word best completes the sentence?
“Because the scientist wanted accurate results, she used a ______ method that she followed exactly each time.”
A. casual
B. meticulous
C. outdated
D. random
B. Meticulous
(Precise; showing great attention to detail)
In the TEA structure, what does the “T” represent?
Topic sentence — the statement of the main idea or claim of the paragraph.
Is the following sentence written with parallel structure?
Sometimes I ate too much cake and drink too much soda at parties.
No
Sometimes I eat too much cake and drink too much soda at parties.
Which figurative language term refers to an over-exaggeration?
Hyperbole
What rhetorical appeal is used in the following passage:
"Imagine watching your neighborhood park close down because no one stepped up to protect it. Think about the memories your family might lose."
Pathos
In the sentence, what does implicit mean?
“The coach’s implicit message was clear even though he never said it directly: the team needed to put in more effort.”
Suggested or hinted at, but not directly stated.
What is the purpose of ANALYSIS in the TEA format?
To explain the significance of the evidence and connect it to the claim.
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
“The essay was completed before the deadline.”
Passive voice
What type of figurative language is used in the following sentence?
"As the sun rose over the hills, Derick's alarm clock screamed at him to wake up."
Personification
What rhetorical appeal is used in the following passage:
"Because firearms are potentially lethal, only responsible, mature, and trained individuals should be permitted to own and handle them. Therefore, children, lacking maturity and understanding, should not have access to firearms"
Logos
In the sentence, what does the word palpable mean?
“Her excitement was palpable; you could practically feel the energy in the room every time she spoke.”
Strong, noticeable, able to be felt
When drafting a persuasive response, a writer should include their claim/stance in the _________ paragraph.
Introduction
How many commas are needed in the following sentence?
After watching the news we heard that there was a storm coming so we went to the store to buy milk bread and eggs.
4
After watching the news, we heard that there was a storm coming, so we went to the store to buy milk, bread, and eggs.
What figurative language is used in the following passage?
We read the manuscript twice, hoping the final chapter would offer clarity. Each scene was vivid and promising, but something essential still seemed to be absent. Like a puzzle missing one piece, the story felt incomplete.
Simile
Like a puzzle missing one piece, the story felt incomplete.
What is it called when a writer poses a question in order to prove a point rather than receive an answer?
Rhetorical question
Which word best fits the negative connotation in the sentence below?
“When Marcus opened the fridge, a ___ smell drifted out, making him step back in disgust.”
A. Aromatic
B. Distinct
C. Fragrant
D. Pungent
D. Pungent
(“Pungent” carries a sharper, often unpleasant connotation compared to the neutral “distinct” and the positive “aromatic”/“fragrant.”)
What is the difference in "analysis" and "paraphrase"?
Analysis explains the significance of the evidence/how it connects to the main idea.
Paraphrase restates evidence from a text in different words.
Not only did Hank despise the way June chewed with her mouth open, _________ finding her wet towels all over the bathroom floor.
A. but also disliked
B. but also disliking
C. but he also disliked
C. but he also disliked
What TWO figurative language devices are used in the following sentence? (You must identify both to receive points)
“The deadline stormed toward us like a speeding train, and panic wrapped its icy fingers around the room.”
Simile and personification
What is it called when a writer addresses opposing viewpoints to show the strength of their own argument?
Counterargument (and rebuttal)
(This is a great way to strengthen persuasive writing)
Each of these words begins with the prefix inter-. Based on the meanings of these words, what does inter- most likely mean?
international
interact
intermission
inter- means "between" or "among"
Which of the following sentences is considered WEAK analysis?
A. The narrator says the hallway is quiet and empty, meaning the character is by themselves. This shows that they are alone.
B. The author describes the hallway as totally empty to show how alone the character feels.
C. The author shows the character hesitating before speaking to highlight their feelings of insecurity.
A. The narrator says the hallway is quiet and empty, meaning the character is by themselves. This shows that they are alone.
Identify TWO participles in the following sentence:
"The crying baby crawled quickly past the shattered, blue lamp as its mother hurried to pick it up."
crying and shattered
crying baby
shattered lamp
What line contains a metaphor?
1)Shadows gather softly at the edge of evening.
2)The air cools as daylight slips away.
3)The wind is a wandering storyteller.
4)It drifts through branches, weaving restless tales.
5)I listen closely, steady in the dark,
6)My thoughts rising and falling like quiet waves.
Line 3
The wind is a wandering storyteller.